Stalker Vampires and Book Boyfriends: Our Toxic Media Obsessions
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Stalker Vampires and Book Boyfriends: Our Toxic Media Obsessions
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About this listen
In this episode we explore how media influences our perceptions of relationships and sexuality from childhood through adulthood, examining everything from Disney movies to influencer culture and book boyfriends.
• Disney princess narratives set unrealistic gender-specific expectations about love and relationships from childhood
• Social media and influencers present carefully curated relationship content that hides the real work behind healthy partnerships
• Dating apps have created a superficial culture based on appearance and overwhelm of choice
• Media commonly portrays toxic relationship dynamics like the anxious-avoidant dance as romantic and desirable
• Romance novels and "book boyfriends" create fantasy standards that real partners struggle to match
• Diverse relationship representation in media is slowly improving but still has significant gaps
• Porn access restrictions in various states raise questions about censorship, sex education, and ethical content creation
We'd love to hear your thoughts! Email us at podcast@validlove.org with your feedback and experiences with media influence on relationships.